Session Design Submission Review

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• Faculty Development
• Vice Chairs of Education (VCE)

Maximizing the potential of surgical faculty is essential to the success of any academic department of surgery. While faculty are typically considered independent and well-trained upon appointment, continuous, career-long development is necessary to ensure their sustained effectiveness and impact.

Furthermore, surgical faculty often assume critical educational or leadership roles without structured preparation or ongoing support. Just as maintenance of certification ensures the continued development of clinical competencies, there must also be intentional and sustained investment in the education and maintenance of teaching and leadership skills. Supporting the longitudinal growth of faculty as teachers, mentors, program directors, and institutional leaders is vital to promoting excellence in surgical education and ensuring departmental vitality.

Faculty development is a well-established concept in many areas of academic medicine; however, its application within surgery has often been underrecognized and underutilized.

This panel session aims to equip attendees with the knowledge and tools necessary to establish or enhance faculty development programs within their institutions. It will also offer strategic insights into securing the resources and institutional support needed for success.

Expert panelists—including recognized leaders in surgical education and experienced program developers—will explore key aspects of faculty development, including:

1. Defining faculty development and its essential components
2. Identifying the appropriate personnel to lead and manage such programs
3. Outlining the necessary funding and institutional resources
4. Pearls from established surgical faculty development programs

Target Audience:
This session is designed for anyone who has interest in cultivating engaged and high-performing faculty, including surgical educators, trainee, education program administrators, Vice Chairs for Education, and those responsible for faculty development initiatives.

At the conclusion of the panel session, attendee will be able to 1. Define the scope of faculty development and its necessary components.

2. Identify qualified personals at their institution to create faculty development program

3. Formulate plan to negotiate necessary resources and funding

4. Identify key success factors from established programs’ experiences